lexus75

i can't find the diy timing belt change for 98 up gs 300 anymore.if some one still have the site let me know.it show step by step on how to change it i wanted to save $$ any help will be welcome thanks

JeffTsai

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This isn't really something I'd recommend for a DIY lol. I mean if you're at the level where you can change a timing belt then I can provide you with torque specs and such. However, I would not recommend it if you've never done changed a timing belt before.

Basic guide
-Remove all the plastic covers hiding the timing belt.
-Loosen crank pulley bolt. This one is gona be REALLY REALLY tough to do unless you have the service tool to hold the crank in place.
-Loosen tensioner. It's kinda hidden, you'll have to loosen it from under the car (two 12mm bolts).
-Remove crank pulley and remove the plastic covers behind the pulley.
-At this stage you should be able to pull the timing belt off and replace it with the new one.
-Once you reinstall the new belt, make sure you have the timing set correctly or else you will knock valves into your pistons. If you don't know how to do this then don't even attempt a DIY timing belt job. Take your car to a shop.
-Reinstall everything in reverse order.

macd7919

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I agree with Jeff, if you arent 100% confident this is not something you want to start your diy career on. If you really want to try it the absolute best thing you can do is get a factory service manual but that will probably run you a couple hundred.

pardesi

Found it, i knew i had it somewhere sicne my dad's lexus is a gs300 and i found it while surfing the web but don't remember where i downloaded it from.

Good luck if you decided to do it your selft....

o2GS43o

Even though I'm mechanic savvy, I don't attempt to do timing belt due to a high possibility for error if not put back properly...

Black_GS

Toyota changes it for $300 ($360 by Lexus service). And you get the assurance and service record. And service record is worth $$$ when you sell your car.

lexus75

thanks for all the info.just wasn't to sure but now i have a good idea, i've done plenty of honda b series and h series its like the h series motor it comes with hydro tensioner.i know its not a honda but i rather do it myself, but if it goes bad 2jzgte? i'll let you know how it goes thanks again

movinquick

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the toyota in long island, ny wants $550 for labor if i bring parts. lucky you live in wa, $300 sounds like a deal to me!